Product range extended to include Boots, Gloves and PolarTec® fleece to complete the sailing kit bag.

1989

Innovative 2 piece Dinghy System designed and developed by Gill. This replaced the conventional one piece dinghy suit and changed the face of dinghy clothing going forward.

1994

Gill appointed official clothing supplier to Team GBR, British Olympic Sailing Team.

1996

Team GBR sail to Medals wearing Gill clothing including specific products developed for warm climate and conditions.

1997

Appointed Technical clothing supplier To Chessie Racing, entrant for the Whitbread Round the World Race. New Ocean range developed and concept of no linings in 3 layer garments adopted.

2000

Team GBR sail to Gold wearing Gill in Sydney.

2001

Gill appointed official clothing supplier to illbruck for the 2003/4 Volvo Ocean Race. A complete 3 layer clothing system was designed and developed including the less is better concept for the Ocean range.

2003

Technical clothing partner to Conrad Humprhries for Vendee Globe and TJV campaigns in Open 50 “Motorolla”.

2004

Gill develop the five Dot fabric classification system and move away from high profile branded fabrics to provide better quality and value to the customer.

2015 sees us celebrate our 40th year . Whilst our roots are firmly in Dinghy sailing the Gill brand has grown into an established quality technical clothing brand serving sailors across the sport from grass roots to the pro’s.

2015

After a detailed development project, the Performance Boots are introduced to the footwear range to further expand the offer.

2015

The Crew Collection is launched to strengthen our existing personalisation service with a leading customer care team to guide you through the process.